What it takes to be a digital money lender
Fintech, especially digital lending, is one of the fastest growing sectors in every economy in the world. It’s no surprise that everyone wants to dabble into digital lending as their first foray into the exciting and extremely innovative world of fintech. But should you be a digital lender?
A cultural view of loan defaults in Kenya
Executive summary From 2019 to 2024, Kenya experienced a steady rise in personal and consumer loan defaults, driven not just by economic challenges, but deeply rooted cultural behaviors, social expectations, and shifting attitudes towards debt. While formal banks, microfinance institutions, and mobile lenders expanded access to credit, repayment struggles mirrored longstanding cultural and communal dynamics. […]
Frequently Asked Questions on Global Standing Instruction (GSI)
This article explains how GSI works in Nigeria, why it matters, and what lenders should know before building or offering credit products under GSI.
